US EditionRecord $3.1 billion expected to be wagered during March Madness amid rising harassment of athletes
- A record $3.1 billion in legal bets is expected to be wagered during March Madness in 2025, according to the American Gaming Association.
- The NCAA launched the 'Don't Be a Loser' campaign to address the harassment student-athletes face from gamblers, noting one in three have experienced such harassment.
- NCAA President Charlie Baker condemned the abusive messages directed at student-athletes due to lost bets, asserting these actions are absolutely unacceptable and threaten their mental health.
- Dr. David Streem warned that online gambling can quickly lead to addiction, noting risks for vulnerable young adults during their brain development.
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‘Don’t Be A Loser’: NCAA Launches Hilarious Sports Betting Commercial I Can’t Believe They Felt The Need To Do
March Madness 2025 began Tuesday evening with two "First Four" contests being played to determine who was going to officially get into the big dance.
'We Made It Easier This Year Than Ever': Warren Buffett Says He 'Hopes' He Can Finally Give Away $1 Million for March Madness
Berkshire Hathaway Chairman Warren Buffett, 94, is making his company's March Madness bracket challenge "easier than ever" this year, so someone will finally take home $1 million.
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Record $3.1 billion expected to be wagered during March Madness amid rising harassment of athletes
As the American Gaming Association predicts a historic betting surge, the NCAA addresses the alarming rise in harassment faced by student-athletes.
Full-Court Coverage for Risks Associated With Major Sporting Events
NCAA March Madness tournaments are among the most anticipated and exciting events in American sports, drawing millions of viewers and generating significant economic activity. But the massive popularity of the tournaments comes with risks that can affect participants, venues, sponsors, and fans. From injuries to property damage and event-related cancellations, this post explores the potential risks and the insurance products available to mitigat…
NCAA Launches Anti-Harassment Video As Madness Looms
NCAA Launches Anti-Harassment Video As Madness Looms Bill Spurr Thu, 03/20/2025 - 09:46 With more than three billion dollars about to legally wagered on the Division I Men's and Women's Basketball Championships — the largest betting event in the United States, the NCAA has launched a new anti-harassment video. As part of the association’s Draw the Line campaign, the spot, which is titled "Don't Be a Loser," shines a light on “the alarming prev…
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